Tempura Prawns

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Ingredients

  • 1 kg green prawns (remove shells,leave tails on)
  • 1 cup chilled soda water (or plain water)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (plain flour)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 egg yolk
  • oil (for deep frying)

Instructions

  1. Combine soda water and egg yolk in a large bowl.
  2. Then add the flours and baking soda.
  3. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Whisk mixture until just combine but still lumpy.
  5. Dip the prawns in the mixture, coating well .
  6. Cook in hot oil for about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Place prawns on paper towel to drain excess oil.
  8. serve on there own or with a dipping sauce or serve as a meal with chips(fries) and salad.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

575 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.1g 22% DV
Total Fat 40g 51% DV
Carbs 42.1g 15% DV
Fiber 0.9g 3% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 16569.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 95.5mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 576.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 120.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 82.5mg 6% DV
Iron 3.8mg 21% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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